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Bob's Red Mill Job Opportunities

Bob's Red Mill is looking for the right person to join our employee-owned company. We are the nation's leading producer of whole grain and natural foods as well as a leader in the gluten-free products industry. We are recognized time and again by the nation's top publications for having quality products and stellar customer service. We specialize in stone ground, whole grain flours, cereals, baking mixes and gluten-free products. We are headquartered in Milwaukie, Oregon but our employees and products span the country and can be found throughout the world. As employee-owners and recipients of a monthly profit sharing program -- there is a special camaraderie at BRM, we watch out for one another and for the company, working to uphold the values, integrity and principals at the root of this successful organization.

Packaging Machine Operator

Employee Type: Full-Time Hourly Employee

Position Overview:

The Machine Operator is responsible for the set up and proper operation of all packaging machinery including but not limited to form and fill machines, hopper feed systems, product screeners, automated scales, metal detectors, label applicators, bag inserters, case erectors, automated box and package printing systems, and various types of conveyor systems, etc. The use of basic hand tools is necessary in machine operation and set up.

Essential Job Functions:

Sets up and operates all production line equipment

Accurately maintains daily production logs that are legible, neat, and orderly.

Tour Guide

Employee Type: Full-Time Hourly Employee

Job Description Overview:

The Tour Guide will assist tour guests by greeting visitors and leading daily public tours and specially scheduled tours with visitors/groups and who is enthusiastic about natural foods. This person will be an exceptional story teller with a knack for presenting stories and historical information with passion and a lively spirit.

Plant and Operations Engineer

Overview:

This is a unique opportunity for a qualified individual to work with and learn under a long-time engineer for the leading manufacturer of healthy whole grain foods. The qualified candidate will demonstrate initiative and leadership through present and past job duties, projects, and assignments; possess clear, confident communication, both written and verbal, with a variety of people; and demonstrated capability to initiate and complete projects and plans on-time.

Essential Job Functions:

Research, design and develop plans for integration of new manufacturing equipment into manufacturing facility and processes

Field engineering questions posed by production team regarding equipment functionality and capabilities

Support the procurement and maintenance of production equipment by researching equipment and interfacing with external vendors, suppliers, and equipment brokers

Establish and improve manufacturing processes by applying engineering and mechanical knowledge to equipment design and function

Work with Company personnel to ensure that equipment design requirements and intent are met

Assist and advise production employees and the Company maintenance team to troubleshoot and solve problems in manufacturing area

Work with team to develop long-term space, equipment and material handling plans to accommodate continued company growth

Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None. This position reports to the Plant Superintendent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience with CAD Software or equivalent design program

Outstanding organizational and analytical skills

Strong problem solving skills required

Must be flexible and respond to needs as they arise

Demonstrated capability to initiate and complete projects and plans on-time

Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment

Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

Available for occasional travel

Complies with all company policies and procedures and maintains a safe working environment

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

2-3 years experience in related field preferred

Ability to speak, write and understand the English language

Current motor vehicle operator license

Ability to work both individually and as a member of a team

Experience working in food manufacturing facility a plus

Physical Demands:

Position requires the ability to climb ladders and stairways

Will occasionally be required to lift items weighing in excess of 50 pounds

Work Environment:

This position will perform work within all areas of the facility and may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease and extremes and differences in temperature.